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Автор Шеннон Хейл
Praise for THE GOOSE GIRL
"[An] affecting debut novel... Those who enjoy getting lost in an enchanted world will discover here a satisfying and richly embellished retelling of a classic that communicates values still pertinent to contemporary readers. "
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"In this rich, layered, and enchanting fairy-tale, love, loyalty, and hard work play as strong a role as magic.
Both Ani's and Hales are talents to celebrate. "
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"A beautifully textured and deeply re-imagined version of the Grimm Brothers
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"A fine adventure tale full of danger, suspense, surprising twists, and a satisfying conclusion.
The engaging plot can certainly carry the tale, but Hales likable, introspective heroine makes this also a book about courage and justice in the face of overwhelming odds. The richly rendered, medieval folkloric setting adds to the charm. "
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"Hale weaves a complex pattern of magic and romance in this intense coming-of-age tale. Lyrical language supplies a sensual energy that subtly infuses the text. This novel [is] a journey worth taking. "
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Shannon Hale
Copyright © 2003 by Shannon Hale
First published by Bloomsbury U. S. A. 2003
This edition published 2005
All rights reserved.
No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission from the publisher except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles or reviews.
Published by Bloomsbury U. S. A.
Children's Books175 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010
Distributed to the trade by Holtzbrinck Publishers
The Library of Congress has cataloged the hardcover edition as follows:
Hale, Shannon.
Goose girl / by Shannon Hale.
p. cm.
Summary: On her way to marry a prince she's never met, Princess Anidori is betrayed by her guards and her lady-in-waiting and must become a goose girl to survive until she can reveal her true identity and reclaim the crown that is rightfully hers.
eISBN: 978-1-58234-990-9
[I. Fairy Tales. 2. Princesses—Fiction. 3. Human-animal communication—Fiction. ] I. Title.
PZ8. HI34 Go 2003 [Fie]—dc2I 2002028336
Typeset in Centaur by Dorchester Typesetting Group Ltd.
Printed in the U. S. A.
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All papers used by Bloomsbury U. S. A. are natural, recyclable producrs made from wood grown in well-managed forests. The manufacturing processes conform to the environmental regulations of the country of origin.
Best Friend, Companion & Squeeter Keeper
You are Home
and
Happy days to you
Love, Shannon
Contents
Part One
Chapter l
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Part Two
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Part Three
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
A conversation With Sbannon Hale
Reading Group Guide for The Goose Girl
SHANNON HALE
Part One
Chapter l
